Kilo Lingo

/diβeɾˈtiɾ/

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Translation

to amuse, to entertain

Word origin

From Latin divertere ('to turn aside'), from dis ('apart') plus vertere ('to turn'). The same root gives English 'divert' and 'diversion'.

Origin
Latin
Root
divertere
English cognates
divert, diversion

Grammar

Verb type-ir irregular (e>ie stem-changing)

Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.

Examples

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Clowns know how to amuse children.

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We had a lot of fun at the party.

sirve .

This game is good for entertaining the whole family.

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Did you have fun at the amusement park?

diviertas .

I hope you enjoy yourself on your trip.

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This word is part of lesson 46.